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Stay Afloat in Your Boat

In the United States, approximately 700 boating deaths occur each year, and this broadcast discusses mistakes and oversights that put persons at risk.   In the United States, approximately 700 boating deaths occur each year, and this broadcast discusses mistakes and oversights that put persons at risk.

Date Released: 6/12/2008
Running time: 0:59
Author: MMWR
Series Name: A Minute of Health with CDC

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A MINUTE OF HEALTH WITH CDC
Stay Afloat in Your Boat
Paddle-Sport Vessel Fatalities — Maine 2000–2007
June 12, 2008


This program is presented by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. CDC — safer, healthier
people.


As summer vacation approaches, people get out their canoes, kayaks, and inflatable floats
for a trip to the beach, lake, or river. Unfortunately, a day of fun on the water can be
deadly if people let their excitement overcome common sense. Water outings can be both
fun and safe if you take a few simple precautions. Life jackets should be standard gear on
any type of boat and worn correctly; alcoholic beverages should not be consumed, either
before or while operating a boat; and an inexperienced boater should never go out alone.
Taking these and other precautions will help ensure you live to tell about what you did on
your summer vacation.


Thank you for joining us on A Minute of Health with CDC.


For the most accurate health information, visit www.cdc.gov or call 1-800-CDC-INFO, 24/7.

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